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    Voglia Matta - Zuccotino

    Voglia Matta

    4.7(9 reviews)
    39.2 km

    We were on our way back to our B&B in Siracusa from Ortigia Island. We planned to skip this place…read moreand go to a gelateria closer to where we were staying, so that our goodies wouldn't melt before we got home. But, the crowd here was just so huge that we thought there must be something worth trying here. I'm so glad that we came! The name of this place means "crazy desire" in Italian - Someone correct me if I'm wrong! - And it's not an exaggeration because every single item here with me covetous, and a little bit drooly! In the end I went with a "tartufo," which is a heart of ice cream and ganache wrapped with a chocolate shell. TO DIE FOR. In a little bit of serendipity, as I was asking silly questions about different flavors and gluten, I realized I was chatting with the owner of the place. He talked to me a little bit about the prevalence of celiac disease in Italy - that's why you need to only ask at most places, and they will have a gluten-free substitute for most pastas, pizzas, and even some dessert items! It was just a nice treat to talk to the owner of such a busy place, on a busy night, as two out of towners who just happened to be passing by. He didn't speak much English, so we were speaking in Italian the whole time... But don't let that dissuade you from coming here! If you're in Siracusa, do not miss this place, you won't regret it.

    The best gelato and Sicilian specialty treats. Seriously worth every bite. Walk over the bridge…read morefrom Ortigia and get a sampler plate of cannoli, babà, torte, and of course, gelato. They make everything themselves. The flavors are perfect. You'll find yourself dreaming of the tastes. Craving, even ;)

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    Nino e Salvatore

    Nino e Salvatore

    5.0(2 reviews)
    30.5 km

    Very affordable with a view of the ocean if you sit outside. One of the staff spoke English, but…read moreeve though the owner didn't he still made and effort to communicate with us, which really meant a lot since he didn't even have to. The arancini definitely could've had more meat, but for the price it's extremely fair. The cannolo was also delicious.

    "Two Cappuccino!" is what I would order every morning and the owner would look at me and say, "Two…read moreCappuccino!" with his Italian accent...it started to become a joke! After two days we had become regulars here...I loved that I could just walk up and pop my head in the door and hear the owner in a booming loud voice..."Two Cappuccino!" With our order placed we would then go and find a table on the outdoor deck. Every table has great views of the water! I could sit here all day...this is one of the most beautiful locations for a coffee shop ever. Also everyone has to walk by the cafe in order to get to the beach, so if you like people watching, then you cold sit here for hours. The sad part is that there are plenty of tables in the morning because most Sicilians make their espresso at home and are not going to sit out and have a coffee in the morning. In fact, I think it drove my Dad mad that we would go down and pay for coffee, when we could have just have it at home. This is a family business and the owners daughter is the server here...once our order is ready she brings it out to the table. The Cappuccino's here are amazing! I mean they are really really good...dare I say one of the best we've ever had. We were sold and this place was a ritual for two weeks. Coffee, people watching and looking out at the sea...I wonder if I can just move into this table. As our week went on...people would stop and visit us at our table...we were becoming American celebrities. My uncle came down one day and bought us our coffee. The local police officer walked us home a few times...I asked him to handcuff me and then tell my Dad I was in big trouble...we had some good laughs. One morning as we were people watching we even saw my Dad go by...I invited him over and he hung out with us for a bit...it was nice and peaceful. Maybe I could convert him to join us in the morning but that was wishful thinking. In the afternoon and evening this is a great place to get some gelato or a beer. The young kids love to hang out here at night and socialize. This place has long hours and there busy time is always in the summer. If you find yourself in Marina de Modica and you need an incredible Cappuccino, then I highly recommend you pop your head in tell the owner Anthony from Chicago sent you and you want, "Two Cappuccino!" He will probably laugh and say it right back at you. Grab a table with a view of the sea and just relax because this is a slice of paradise!!!

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